Using someone as the occasional "example" is a useful tool in our justice system. It doesn't say anywhere that everyone should get the same sentences. If everyone received the same maximum sentence, then the jails would fill up fast. If no one did, then you lose the deterrence factor.
It's important for people to know the consequences can be harsh. It doesn't mean they need to be every time though.
This guy thought that he was Cook-ing up the ultimate scam. It turns out, his idea was just half-baked.
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Last edited by FlamesAddiction; 01-11-2013 at 06:06 AM.
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